Author ORCID Identifier
https://orcid.org/0009-0007-4559-4470
Abstract
Background- Pulmonary embolism is a condition that is characterized by occlusion of the pulmonary circulation, usually originating from deep vein thrombosis in the lower extremities. This condition is difficult to diagnose as it can present with a wide spectrum of nonspecific symptoms, making it a life-threatening illness.
Case Description- A 50-year-old man with a medical history of deep vein thrombosis, ischemic heart disease, dilated cardiomyopathy with left ventricular dysfunction, diabetes, hypertension, and COPD presented with fever, cough with expectoration, orthopnea, and exertional dyspnea. A routine X-ray was done and revealed Hampton’s hump, a rare radiographic finding persistent with possible pulmonary embolism.
Conclusion-This case report emphasizes the importance of uncommon radiographic findings in establishing the diagnosis of pulmonary embolism.
Publication Date
7-6-2024
Publisher
JSS Academy of Higher Education & Research
Keywords
Pulmonary embolism, Hampton's hump, Pulmonary infarction
Recommended Citation
Anand T.
Hampton's Hump- A Rare Radiographic Finding in Pulmonary Embolism.
Digital Journal of Clinical Medicine.
2024;
6(3):
-.
doi:
https://doi.org/10.55691/2582-3868.1197
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